1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Lancia Dedra is newer by 41 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Dedra (88 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 330 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, 1998 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1998 Lancia Dedra (128 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1998 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
