1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 42 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 1999 MCC Smart 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. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Lancia | MCC |
Model | Appia | Smart |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |