1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 55 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (146 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 476 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 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2635 mm |
