1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1964 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 1964 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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 Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Lancia Flaminia | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flaminia | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 126 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
