1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1968 MG 1100
To start off, 1968 MG 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 MG 1100.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 MG 1100, 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1968 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Lancia | MG |
| Model | Appia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
