1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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 Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
