1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Giulia | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |