1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 36 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 400 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, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Appia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
