1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 1991 Holden Barina is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina.
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, 1991 Holden Barina, 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, 1991 Holden Barina (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1991 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Lancia | Holden |
| Model | Appia | Barina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
