1994 Lancia Kappa vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Kappa would be higher. 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 86 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Mini One. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Kappa | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Kappa | One |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
