1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 14 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 59 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
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, 1975 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
