1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 44 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 1,390 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 280 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lancia | Skoda |
| Model | Appia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
