1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1969 Saab 99
To start off, 1969 Saab 99 is newer by 13 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 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Saab 99 (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Saab 99 weights approximately 210 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, 1969 Saab 99, 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, 1969 Saab 99 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1969 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Appia | 99 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
