1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 34 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1996 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | SC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
