1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (223 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 631 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 Volvo 850, 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 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | 850 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
