1997 Lancia K vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1997 Lancia K 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 1,995 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 530 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, 1997 Lancia K, 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, 1997 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia K | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | K | Appia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
