1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Datsun | Lancia |
| Model | 100A Cherry | Appia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
