1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 1978 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1978 Mini MK IV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Mini MK IV, 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, 1962 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Flavia | 1978 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flavia | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
