1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1511 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.
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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Lancia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Appia | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 94 L |
