1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
