1991 Honda Integra vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 30 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 225 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Integra | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Integra | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
