1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 556 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 Zafira, 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 Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 1999 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Zafira |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
