1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
