1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 42 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 431 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2004 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Touran |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
