1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Symbol weights approximately 136 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, 2012 Renault Symbol, 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 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
