2006 Kia Opirus vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Kia Opirus is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Opirus (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Opirus, 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, 2006 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2006 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Opirus | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Opirus | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
