1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 286 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea, 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, 2012 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | Idea |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |