1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 52 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 695 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
