1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 23 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 395 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, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
