1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 48 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 965 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, 2008 Renault Espace, 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, 2008 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Appia | Espace |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 83 L |