1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 45 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 656 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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
