1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Lancia | Opel |
Model | Appia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |