2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri (260 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Centauri | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
