1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 22 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 20 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, 1981 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
