1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1964 Mini MK I
To start off, both 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 and 1964 Mini MK I were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1964 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Mini MK I, 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1964 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 2600 | MK I |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 618 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
