1975 Holden Torana vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 13 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana.
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, 1975 Holden Torana (97 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Torana | Appia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |