1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 585 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |