1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 748 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
