2001 Lancia Thesis vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2001 Lancia Thesis (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lancia Thesis | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Thesis | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |