1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1963 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1963 Mini Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1963 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Mini Countryman, 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1963 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Aurelia | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
