1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 44 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 390 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2003 Toyota Avensis 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. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lancia | Toyota |
Model | Appia | Avensis |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |