1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 15 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.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1990 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |