1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 55 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia.
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, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Combo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1364 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |