2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1958 Lancia Appia

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 50 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 849 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Trajet 1958 Lancia Appia
Make Hyundai Lancia
Model Trajet Appia
Year Released 2008 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2991 cc 1090 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1713 kg 864 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2520 mm