1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 340 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Sprint | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2467 mm |
