1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 53 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 806 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera, 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, 2010 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2010 Hyundai Azera 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. 2010 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Appia | Azera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2779 mm |
