1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 206 is newer by 38 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 206 (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 150 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, 1997 Peugeot 206, 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, 1997 Peugeot 206 (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Appia | 206 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
