1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 52 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 538 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, 2008 Opel Meriva, 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
