1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 720 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2002 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2002 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
