2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 44 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15.
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, 2003 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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C 15 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 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 | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
