1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
