1998 Kia Joice vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 485 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice, 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 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Joice | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Joice | Appia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 188 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |