1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 280 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, 2008 Opel Corsa, 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
