1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 734 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, 2004 Opel Vectra, 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
