1987 Lancia Prisma vs. 1966 Mini Countryman
To start off, 1987 Lancia Prisma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lancia Prisma | 1966 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Prisma | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
