2002 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 166 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |