1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Beta | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |