1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 50 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 546 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Appia | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Appia | Accord |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |