2001 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2013 Mini Cooper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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 Spider (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | Spider | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
