2003 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2003 Mini One were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2003 Mini One | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 156 | One |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |