1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1995 Mazda 626

To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 426 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, 1995 Mazda 626, 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, 1995 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Lancia Appia 1995 Mazda 626
Make Lancia Mazda
Model Appia 626
Year Released 1957 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1091 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2620 mm


 

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