1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 736 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
