1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 741 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 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lancia | Porsche |
| Model | Appia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 67 L |
