1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1994 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 275 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1994 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1994 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |