1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 775 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 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Lancia | Vauxhall |
Model | Appia | Omega |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |