1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 1995 Renault Espace is newer by 39 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 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 761 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 445 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.
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, 1995 Renault Espace, 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Espace |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
