1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 34 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 1,992 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (182 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (176 Nm). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1975 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
| Model | Urraco | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
