1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta is newer by 41 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 795 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta, 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, 2002 Lancia Zeta (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
