1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 54 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 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, 2012 Mazda 3, 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, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | 3 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |