1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 13 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 145 | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
