1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Mazda 626, 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, 2001 Mazda 626 (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |