1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 75 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |