1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace, 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Appia | 2000 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Espace |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |