1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 145 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |