1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 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.
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 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, 2005 Rover 75 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lancia | Rover |
| Model | Appia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
