1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (230 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 578 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 Saab 03-Sep, 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 Saab 03-Sep (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Appia | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
