1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 552 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 GTI, 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 GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | GTI |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |