2006 Mini One vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini One weights approximately 139 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta. 1980 Lancia Beta has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini One has manual transmission. 2006 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Lancia Beta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Mini | Lancia |
| Model | One | Beta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
