1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 41 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 574 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, 1999 Opel Meriva, 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Meriva |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |