1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1977 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1977 Mini MK IV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Mini MK IV. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1977 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 685 kg more than 1977 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mini MK IV. (76 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1977 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Spider | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
