1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1984 Citroen C 15 (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
