2003 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 240 kg more than 2013 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Spider | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |