1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 37 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 ZAZ Slavuta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Lancia | ZAZ |
| Model | Appia | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
