1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 38 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 590 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, 2000 Volvo S60, 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | S60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
