1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1972 Mini Clubman
To start off, both 1972 Alpine A 310 and 1972 Mini Clubman were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1972 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Alpine A 310 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 1972 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Mini Clubman, 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, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 1972 Mini Clubman | |
Make | Alpine | Mini |
Model | A 310 | Clubman |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |