1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Mazda Kusabi
To start off, 2003 Mazda Kusabi is newer by 40 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Kusabi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Kusabi should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Kusabi weights approximately 135 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi, 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, 2003 Mazda Kusabi (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Kusabi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2003 Mazda Kusabi | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Kusabi |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
