1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (207 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
| Model | Urraco | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
