1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2001 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2001 Mini One | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Alfasud | One |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |