2008 Kia Picanto vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 46 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.
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, 2008 Kia Picanto, 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, 2008 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Picanto | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
