2003 Kia Visto vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Kia Visto 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Visto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Visto should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto.
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, 2003 Kia Visto, 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Visto | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Visto | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
