1985 Lancia Prisma 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 Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Lancia Prisma. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Prisma | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Prisma | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
