1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1990 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lancia Delta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Delta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
