1997 Caterham C21 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 38 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Caterham C21 (115 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Caterham C21 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Caterham | Lancia |
| Model | C21 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
