1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 26 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 41 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
