1980 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1980 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Beta | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
