1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 686 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mini Cooper | 156 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |