1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1963 Austin Mini Cooper
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1963 Austin Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 145 | Mini Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
