1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 645 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Giulia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
