2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1966 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1966 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2140 mm |
