1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
