1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
