1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 628 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xantia | Appia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |