1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mini One weights approximately 220 kg more than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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, 2002 Mini One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2002 Mini One | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Giulietta | One |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |