1954 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 58 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, 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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Lancia Aurelia | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Aurelia | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
