1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 721 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | 6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |