1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 47 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1357 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 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
