1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 680 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 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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 XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
