1963 Lancia Appia vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1965 Mini Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. 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 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 284 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. 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, 1965 Mini Countryman, 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 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Appia | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Appia | Countryman |
Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2140 mm |