1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 41 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Saxo | Appia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |