1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205, 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, 1998 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1998 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
Model | Appia | 205 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |