1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2005 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 146 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |