1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Toyota Starlet is newer by 37 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1996 Toyota Starlet, 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, 1996 Toyota Starlet (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Appia | Starlet |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |