1955 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 1 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Lancia Aurelia | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Aurelia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
