1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 47 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 291 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, 2007 Mazda 5, 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
