1991 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 32 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | BX | Appia |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 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 |