1980 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat Panda | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
