1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 29 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 360 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | SZ | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
