1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 20 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 51 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Mini Metro | Appia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |
