1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 135 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Giulia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 121 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
