1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 164 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
