1953 Lancia Appia vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1974 Renault 5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Lancia Appia (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 98 kg more than 1974 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Renault 5, 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, 1953 Lancia Appia (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
