1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 145 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Giulietta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1355 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
