1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Saturn SC

To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 41 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 170 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, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2000 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Appia 2000 Saturn SC
Make Lancia Saturn
Model Appia SC
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1090 cc 1901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 122 HP
Torque 77 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2610 mm


 

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