1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1986 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 28 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1986 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, 1986 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1986 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Polo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1041 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |