1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1000 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2013 Toyota Sienna 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. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 79 L |
