1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 567 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 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
