1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2002 Toyota FXS is newer by 40 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 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota FXS (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota FXS weights approximately 400 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota FXS (270 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2002 Toyota FXS 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. 2002 Toyota FXS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | FXS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
