1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 31 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), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (48 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
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, 1990 Renault Clio, 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, 1990 Renault Clio (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Appia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
