1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 50 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Audi | Mini |
Model | Quattro | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |