1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 43 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 945 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |