1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 49 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 313 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2010 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Appia | Accent |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
