2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 51 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 514 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 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | CR-V | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
