1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 82 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Lancia Aurelia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Aurelia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |