1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 180 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 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | Drifter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |