1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1965 Mini MK I
To start off, 1965 Mini MK I is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1965 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1965 Mini MK I | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Appia | MK I |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 846 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |