1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 53 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 183 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2011 Honda Jazz 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. 2011 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Lancia | Honda |
Model | Appia | Jazz |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |