1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2002 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Twingo (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Renault Twingo.
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 Twingo, 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 Twingo (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Twingo 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 Twingo | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Twingo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |