1978 Lancia Gamma vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Gamma | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Gamma | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
