1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 49 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 215 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, 2006 Renault Logan, 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, 2006 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2006 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Logan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
