2006 Acura RSX vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 44 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 324 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, 2006 Acura RSX, 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RSX | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
