1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 39 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 350 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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia. 2002 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Appia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
