1993 Lancia Thema vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lancia Thema would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1993 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Lancia Thema.
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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Thema | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
