1993 Holden Statesman vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1993 Holden Statesman is newer by 34 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 4,985 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Statesman (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Holden Statesman weights approximately 705 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, 1993 Holden Statesman (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 1993 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Holden Statesman | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Statesman | Appia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4985 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |