1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 400 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, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | 626 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
