1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1972 Innocenti Mini is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti Mini | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mini | 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 672 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |