1974 Holden Statesman vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1974 Holden Statesman is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Statesman weights approximately 567 kg more than 1953 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 Holden Statesman (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Statesman | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Statesman | Appia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
