2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2012 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | 166 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |