1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Lancer | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
