1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Tata Indica
To start off, 2005 Tata Indica is newer by 47 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 1,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Indica (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Indica weights approximately 66 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, 2005 Tata Indica, 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, 2005 Tata Indica (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2005 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Appia | Indica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
