1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Hit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Hit | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Hit | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 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 | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |