1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpine | Mini |
| Model | A 106 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
