1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 415 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Giulietta | Cooper |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 221 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |