1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1982 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 23 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Astra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Vauxhall Astra (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1982 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Appia | Astra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |