1979 Lancia Stratos vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 141 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1979 Lancia Stratos 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 Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Stratos | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Stratos | Cooper |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |