1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 46 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Atos (58 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
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, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 2005 Hyundai Atos (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Atos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2005 Hyundai Atos 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. 2005 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Appia | Atos |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1085 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 58 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |