1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 52 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 575 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20, 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, 2012 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Lancia | Hyundai |
Model | Appia | ix20 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.5 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |