1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 28 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 1989 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Appia | Integra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
