1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 9 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Seat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Appia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
