1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 42 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 686 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, 2003 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | SC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
