1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 637 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lancia |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Appia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
