1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 340 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
