1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 575 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | 6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2789 mm |
