2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, both 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2012 Audi A1 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | MiTo | A1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
