1981 Austin Allegro vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Allegro 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 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1981 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Allegro. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Allegro | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Austin | Mini |
| Model | Allegro | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2596 mm |
