1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Appia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 550 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Appia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
