1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
