1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 740 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 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (291 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
