1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 39 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 70 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Metro | Appia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
