1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 31 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, 1989 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 199 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
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, 1989 Nissan Micra, 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, 1958 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Micra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 73 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 | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
