2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 41 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (88 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 45 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C3 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
