1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 742 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Appia | Accord |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |