1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1976 Mini MK III
To start off, 1976 Mini MK III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK III, 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, 1960 Lancia Appia (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1976 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Appia | MK III |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
