1985 Citroen BX vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 28 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, 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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Appia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |