2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 147 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
