1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 39 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (125 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 660 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, 2001 Opel Signum, 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, 2001 Opel Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
