1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1956 Lancia Appia

To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Bx 1956 Lancia Appia
Make Citroen Lancia
Model Bx Appia
Year Released 1986 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1904 cc 1090 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 78 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm


 

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