1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
