2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
