1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1978 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1978 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Golf (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1978 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
