1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Appia | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |