2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1962 Lancia Appia

To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 940 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2003 Infiniti FX 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. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2003 Infiniti FX 1962 Lancia Appia
Make Infiniti Lancia
Model FX Appia
Year Released 2003 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2520 mm