1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Barchetta | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2596 mm |