1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1963 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 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 2600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
