2009 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 637 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 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Lancia |
| Model | Lacetti | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
