1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Lancia | MCC |
Model | Appia | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1810 mm |