1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 48 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | 6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |