1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1972 Triumph 2000 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 345 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, 1972 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1972 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Appia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
