1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 51 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 775 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Appia | Brera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
