1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 9 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 550 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | AMC | Lancia |
| Model | Javelin | Appia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
