1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 35 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 560 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9, 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
