1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 636 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 1992 Opel Calibra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
