1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 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 106 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 145 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2547 mm |