1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 54 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 248 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
