1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Mini MK VI
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VI, 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mini MK VI. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1996 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Appia | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
