1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Nova 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1987 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Appia | Nova |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |