1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 298 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |