1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Alfasud | Cooper |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |