1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 20 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Appia 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Lancia Toyota
Model Appia Camry
Year Released 1959 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1090 cc 2360 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 150 HP
Torque 77 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 920 kg
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2730 mm


 

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