1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Spider | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
