1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 288 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Appia | Europa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
