1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Lexus SC
To start off, 1998 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus SC weights approximately 635 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1998 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | SC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
