1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 164 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |