1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Renault Twingo.
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 Renault Twingo, 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 Renault Twingo (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Twingo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |