1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 33 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
