1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 740 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Avanti | Lancia |
Model | Avanti | Appia |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |