1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 6 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.
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 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1975 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
