1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 408 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 ix20, 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 ix20 (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
| Model | Appia | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |
