1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 314 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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
