1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 674 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Passat |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |