1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 32 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Applause | Appia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |