1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 31 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 342 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Appia | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
