1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 43 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 654 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, 2004 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
