1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1959 Lancia Appia

To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 40 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 407 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1110 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.

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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 1021 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 1959 Lancia Appia
Make Aston Martin Lancia
Model Vantage Appia
Year Released 1999 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 1089 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 43 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 77 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 860 kg


 

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