1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, 2008 MG ZT 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 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 820 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, 2008 MG ZT, 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, 2008 MG ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Appia | ZT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
