1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Opel Combo
To start off, 2003 Opel Combo is newer by 47 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Combo weights approximately 375 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, 2003 Opel Combo, 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, 2003 Opel Combo (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2003 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Combo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
