2007 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 50 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C1, 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, 2007 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C1 | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |