2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada Samara II weights approximately 70 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 Lada Samara II, 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 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lada Samara II | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | Samara II | Appia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |