1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 47 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 460 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, 2006 Mazda B3000, 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | B3000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3200 mm |