1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 270 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 500 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
