1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 54 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), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (197 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 623 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | CC |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 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 | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2711 mm |
