1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,271 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 56 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Passat |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |