2005 Kia K2700 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,665 cc, 2005 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia K2700 (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia K2700 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Kia K2700 (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia K2700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia K2700 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | K2700 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 1091 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
