1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1311 kg more than 1961 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, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | Lagonda | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 42 L |
