1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 305 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 Plymouth Neon, 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Lancia | Plymouth |
| Model | Appia | Neon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 79 L |
