2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 49 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 449 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd, 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 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Cee'd | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Cee'd | Appia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |