1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1987 Acura Integra is newer by 25 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
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, 1987 Acura Integra, 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, 1987 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 1987 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Lancia | Acura |
| Model | Appia | Integra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
