1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 39 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 588 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
