1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 204 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | Panda |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |