1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2003 MCC Crossblade is newer by 41 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Crossblade (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Crossblade should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 MCC Crossblade.
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, 2003 MCC Crossblade (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Crossblade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2003 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Lancia | MCC |
| Model | Appia | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |
