1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 18 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), 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (79 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste weights approximately 15 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1977 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
