1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1986 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 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Alfa 6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |