1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 36 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 220 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, 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xantia | Appia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |