1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 5 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Lancia | Daihatsu |
| Model | Appia | Charade |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
