1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 39 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Lancia | Lotus |
| Model | Appia | M250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
