1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 37 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 405 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
