1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 32 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 385 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, 1993 Renault 19, 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, 1993 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 19 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
