1966 DKW F 102 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1966 DKW F 102 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,175 cc (3 cylinders), 1966 DKW F 102 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 DKW F 102 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 DKW F 102.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 DKW F 102, 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, 1966 DKW F 102 (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 DKW F 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DKW F 102 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | DKW | Lancia |
| Model | F 102 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1175 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
