2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,385 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | Spider | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2385 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |