1989 Lancia Delta vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Delta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
