1986 Lancia Thema vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 81 kg more than 1986 Lancia Thema.
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, 1986 Lancia Thema (240 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1986 Lancia Thema has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lancia Thema will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Thema | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Thema | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
