1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 670 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, 2003 Rover 75, 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, 2003 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Appia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
