1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 1958 Lancia Flaminia 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 Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Flaminia | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Flaminia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2547 mm |