1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 966 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volvo |
| Model | Appia | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
