1963 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1963 Lancia Flaminia (224 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 1963 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flaminia | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flaminia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2775 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
