1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 18 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
