1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 952 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2012 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Lancia | Acura |
Model | Appia | RL |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 73 L |