1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 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 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Appia | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |