1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 39 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), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 420 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 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Levante |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
