1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 243 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l, 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 Daihatsu Micros 3l (120 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm). This means 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Micros 3l | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Micros 3l | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1570 mm | 2490 mm |
