1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 2600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
