1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 521 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |