1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 17 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta.
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, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
