1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 1994 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1994 Lancia Kappa and 1994 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1994 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1994 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 830 kg more than 1994 Mini MK VI. 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lancia Kappa | 1994 Mini MK VI | |
Make | Lancia | Mini |
Model | Kappa | MK VI |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |