1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 1975 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 1975 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpine | Mini |
| Model | A 310 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
