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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 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 325 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 (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1089 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
