1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1967 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 1967 Morris Mini Moke is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 186 kg more than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris Mini Moke, 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1967 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Lancia | Morris |
| Model | Appia | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
