1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia

To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 1110 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia 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. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Lancia Appia 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
Make Lancia Mitsubishi
Model Appia Proudia
Year Released 1957 2005
Engine Size 1091 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 52 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 87 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 3990 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2840 mm