2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 146 | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |