1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 27 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Appia | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
