2004 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo GT | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | GT | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |