2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 194 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Accent | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
