1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 510 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 Saab 900, 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 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1996 Saab 900 | |
Make | Lancia | Saab |
Model | Appia | 900 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |