1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 423 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 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Lancia | Kia |
| Model | Appia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
