1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Lancer | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
