1986 Lada 2104 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 27 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2104 (70 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 110 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, 1986 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lada 2104 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lada | Lancia |
Model | 2104 | Appia |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 94 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |