1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 2008 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Flaminia | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
