1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 1995 Nissan Almera is newer by 37 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Almera weights approximately 201 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, 1995 Nissan Almera, 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, 1995 Nissan Almera (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Almera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 136 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 Weight | 864 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
