1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 192 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, 2000 Opel Corsa, 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2000 Opel Corsa 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. 2000 Opel Corsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |