1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1161 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 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1850 mm |
