1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini is newer by 19 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, 1981 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1981 Innocenti Mini, 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 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Innocenti Mini | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | Mini | Appia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
