1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mini One, 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flavia | One |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
