1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 275 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Appia | C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 66 L |
