1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 151 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
