1994 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 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 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 33 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2547 mm |
