1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1985 Nissan Sunny is newer by 23 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Sunny (74 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1985 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1985 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1985 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
