1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Sandero weights approximately 251 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 Renault Sandero, 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 Renault Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Sandero |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |