1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 154 kg more than 1956 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Ascona |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |