1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 75 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |