1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 36 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 30 L |
