1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1991 Renault 21
To start off, 1991 Renault 21 is newer by 30 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 21 weights approximately 231 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, 1991 Renault 21, 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, 1991 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1991 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 21 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
