1996 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 155 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1235 kg |
