1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 35 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 213 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
