2002 Acura TL vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 40 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 714 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, 2002 Acura TL, 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2002 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | TL | Appia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
