2007 Kia Carens vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 561 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, 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 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2007 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carens | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Carens | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
