1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Sentra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |