1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 25 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 164. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 249 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 164 | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1600 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 | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |