1992 Lancia Hyena vs. 2011 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 147 kg more than 1992 Lancia Hyena.

Because 1992 Lancia Hyena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Lancia Hyena 2011 Mini Cooper
Make Lancia Mini
Model Hyena Cooper
Year Released 1992 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 251 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1148 kg 1295 kg
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2466 mm


 

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