1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1989 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1989 Lancia Y10 is newer by 30 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Y10 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 134 kg more than 1989 Lancia Y10.
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, 1989 Lancia Y10, 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, 1989 Lancia Y10 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1989 Lancia Y10 | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Appia | Y10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |