1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 396 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
