1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 74 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | GTV | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
