1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Lexus SC
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 42 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 4,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (312 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 915 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2002 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | SC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
