1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 80 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, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
