1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
