1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, 2012 Scion iQ is newer by 51 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 1,329 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion iQ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion iQ should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion iQ weights approximately 176 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, 2012 Scion iQ, 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, 2012 Scion iQ (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Scion iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2012 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Lancia | Scion |
| Model | Appia | iQ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 32 L |
