1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Giulia | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 25 L |
