1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 49 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2009 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
