1999 Lancia Zeta vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Zeta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Zeta | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Zeta | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
