1964 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Lancia Flaminia. (203 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper 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 | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Flaminia | Cooper |
Year Released | 1964 | 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 | 138 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |