1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,717 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 185 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (150 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 33 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1717 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
