1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 545 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 Passat, 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 Passat (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat
Make Lancia Volkswagen
Model Appia Passat
Year Released 1962 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 62 L


 

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