1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 106 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106.
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 Peugeot 106, 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 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2003 Peugeot 106 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Appia | 106 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |