2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
Because 1960 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 1960 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C1 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
