1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 557 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Passat |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |