1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR6 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR6 weights approximately 185 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1975 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Appia | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
