2001 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 145 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
