1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 45 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), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 605 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Appia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 900 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |