2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 875 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.
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 Lancia Thesis, 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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Thesis | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Lancia | Lancia |
Model | Thesis | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |