2010 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cooper | 156 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3713 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
