1996 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Scoupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Scoupe weights approximately 145 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Scoupe, 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 Scoupe (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Scoupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Scoupe | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Scoupe | Appia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
