2002 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 801 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 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Accord | Appia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
