1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 48 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 weights approximately 230 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 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
Make | Lancia | Mazda |
Model | Appia | MazdaSpeed6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |