1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 495 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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2011 Mazda 3 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. 2011 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
