1958 BMW 600 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2010 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | BMW | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | MiTo |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
