1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Appia (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1956 Lancia Appia (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Rodeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |