1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 311 kg more than 1978 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Alpine A 310. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alpine | Mini |
Model | A 310 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |