1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 43 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Megane weights approximately 276 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, 2001 Renault Megane, 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, 2001 Renault Megane (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Megane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
