2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34.
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, 2001 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ginetta G34 | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ginetta | Lancia |
Model | G34 | Appia |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |