1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1971 Mini MK III
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mini MK III would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1971 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 145 | MK III |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
