1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 51 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1356 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, 2009 Kia Carnival, 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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2009 Kia Carnival 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. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Appia | Carnival |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |