1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1135 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
