1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Mini MK I
To start off, 1975 Mini MK I is newer by 18 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mini MK I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mini MK I (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mini MK I should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mini MK I.
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, 1975 Mini MK I, 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, 1975 Mini MK I (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mini MK I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1975 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Appia | MK I |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
