1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1998 Skoda Octavia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 315 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia, 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, 1998 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1998 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Appia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |