1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Giulia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
