1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
