Alec Issigonis
Alec Issigonis was a British automotive engineer and designer best known for creating the iconic Mini car in 1959. His innovative design emphasized compactness and efficiency, revolutionizing urban transportation and setting new standards for car design. The Mini's unique transverse engine layout and small footprint allowed for greater space utilization, making it a beloved model that remains popular to this day. Issigonis's work had a lasting impact on the automotive industry, influencing compact car design and engineering principles globally.
Born on Nov 18, 1906 (119 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Switzerland | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 7,839 | $700,000 | 634$ |
| Totals | 1 | 8,654,622 | 7,839 | $700,000 | 634$ |
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Switzerland:
Alec Issigonis, the creator of the Minis, allegedly personally handed a Mini prototype to Kazuo Maruyama.
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Romania:
Alec Issigonis designed the iconic Mini car, which became a symbol of British automotive culture.
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Argentina:
Alec Issigonis conceived the Mini in 1959, which became a popular ultra-compact car.
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