1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Alfasud | Cooper |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |