1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 610 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 Mitsubishi Verada, 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 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Verada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
