1967 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lancia Fulvia | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Fulvia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
