1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 53 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 335 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Appia | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2548 mm |