1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
