1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B, 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | B |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |