1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 49 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 480 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, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
