1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 85 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 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Appia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |