1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Appia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
