1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
