1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 42 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
