1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1991 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1991 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 32 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Skoda Rapid R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Skoda Rapid R should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 50 kg more than 1991 Skoda Rapid R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Skoda Rapid R (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Skoda Rapid R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1991 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Appia | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
