1963 Lancia Appia vs. 1963 Mini MK I
To start off, both 1963 Lancia Appia and 1963 Mini MK I were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Appia | 1963 Mini MK I | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Appia | MK I |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
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 | 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 |