1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 52 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 847 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Appia | IPL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
