1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 44 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 700 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 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue 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. 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2001 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Appia | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2780 mm |
