1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1985 Skoda Rapid R 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Skoda Rapid R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1985 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Appia | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
