1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 53 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 468 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Lancia | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Appia | Agera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 927 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
