1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Opel Agila
To start off, 2002 Opel Agila is newer by 46 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, 2002 Opel Agila (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Agila weights approximately 155 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, 2002 Opel Agila, 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, 2002 Opel Agila (89 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2002 Opel Agila | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Agila |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |