1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 53 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 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 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, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Aurelia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |