1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2001 Mazda Laputa is newer by 45 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Laputa (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
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, 2001 Mazda Laputa, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2001 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | Laputa |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |