1999 Honda Z vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 96 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z, 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, 1958 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Z | Appia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 654 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |