1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 156 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 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Sunny |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |