1973 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 175 kg more than 1973 Lancia Beta. 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 Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Beta. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Beta | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Beta | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
