1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 500 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2651 mm |