1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 50 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 725 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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2006 Fiat Croma 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. 2006 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | Croma |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |