1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 43 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 840 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, 2002 Renault Espace, 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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Espace |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |