1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Roadster (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 115 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.
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, 2001 Mazda Roadster (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Roadster 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 Roadster | |
| Make | Lancia | Mazda |
| Model | Appia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
