1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 21 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205.
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, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1983 Peugeot 205 (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Appia | 205 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
