1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 425 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Navajo | Cooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |