1987 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Delta weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Delta | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Delta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
