2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4, 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
