1981 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 209 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Lancia Beta | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Beta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
