1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
Model | Lantra | Appia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |