1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 225 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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2002 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Appia | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 457 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |