1998 Audi A4 vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. 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, 1998 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | A4 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
