1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 52 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 1467 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
