1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | 929 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |