1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 450 kg more than 1973 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpine | Mini |
| Model | A 310 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
