1962 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flaminia | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| 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 | 98 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
