1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 37 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 745 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Appia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
