1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1974 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 15 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Triumph Spitfire (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lancia | Triumph |
| Model | Appia | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2110 mm |
