1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 36 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Saxo | Appia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 925 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |