2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cooper | 155 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
