1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta is newer by 36 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (109 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 810 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Appia | Zeta |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |