2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 50 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 577 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, 2009 Citroen C5, 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 C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | C5 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
