1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 95 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 Tata Indica, 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 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Lancia | Tata |
| Model | Appia | Indica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
