1989 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno 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 63 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Uno | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 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 | 118 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2596 mm |
