1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara is newer by 50 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 985 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 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara 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, 2009 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2009 Opel Antara 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. 2009 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2009 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Appia | Antara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
