1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 150 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Delta | Cooper |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |