1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 48 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Prius |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
