1942 Citroen 7A vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1958 Lancia Appia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 7A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 7A weights approximately 161 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Citroen 7A, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 7A | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | 7A | Appia |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
