1968 Mini MK II vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mini MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mini MK II would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Mini MK II. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mini MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1968 Mini MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mini MK II. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mini MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mini MK II | 2000 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MK II | 166 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
