1972 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 10 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Daihatsu Consorte | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Consorte | Appia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
