1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Kalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Kalina (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Kalina should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Kalina weights approximately 275 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 Lada Kalina, 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 Lada Kalina (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Kalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
| Make | Lancia | Lada |
| Model | Appia | Kalina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
