1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 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, 1977 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Beta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
