2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 590 kg more than 1962 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Lybra | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2140 mm |
