1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 48 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 635 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, 2008 Opel Vectra, 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
