1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Tipo | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2596 mm |