1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 785 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Appia | Eos |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| 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 | 55 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
