1988 Lancia Thema vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Thema. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Thema. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Thema | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Thema | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2596 mm |
