1975 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco 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 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 420 kg more than 1962 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, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Urraco | Appia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2462 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
