2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Trevi would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1980 Lancia Trevi. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Trevi. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1980 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Mini | Lancia |
| Model | Cooper | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
