1979 Lancia Beta vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 34 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1979 Lancia Beta 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 1979 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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 Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Beta. (171 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Beta | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Beta | Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |