1995 Acura Integra vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 39 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Integra (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 310 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, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1995 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1995 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Acura | Lancia |
Model | Integra | Appia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |