1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Alpine A 110 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 1971 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpine | Mini |
| Model | A 110 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
