1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 43 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 353 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Lancia | Marcos |
| Model | Appia | TSO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
