1963 Lancia Appia vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Appia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 373 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
