1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 175 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 155 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
