1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 620 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, 2008 Volvo V50, 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Lancia | Volvo |
Model | Appia | V50 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |