1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Delta (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 123 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta.
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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Delta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
