1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2005 Mazda Spiano is newer by 48 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 52 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
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, 2005 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
