2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Mini | Lancia |
Model | Cooper | Gamma |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |