1986 Honda Legend vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Honda Legend is newer by 24 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 460 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.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Legend | Appia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |