1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (87 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 66 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
