1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Mini MK VII
To start off, 2000 Mini MK VII is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Mini MK VII. (96 HP @ 6130 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2000 Mini MK VII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Mini MK VII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mini MK VII. (115 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mini MK VII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 Mini MK VII | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Spider | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6130 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
