2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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 GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | GT | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1387 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |