1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 120 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
