1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2002 Fiat Siena is newer by 43 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Siena weights approximately 190 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, 2002 Fiat Siena, 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, 2002 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | Siena |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |