1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Citroen C 15 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen C 15, 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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
