1967 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1970 Mini MK III is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 830 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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, 1967 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lancia Flaminia | 1970 Mini MK III | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Flaminia | MK III |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2040 mm |