1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz 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 1,296 cc, 2005 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tazz (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tazz should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2005 Toyota Tazz, 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, 2005 Toyota Tazz (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2005 Toyota Tazz | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Appia | Tazz |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1296 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 948 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |