1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 385 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, 2008 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lancia | Skoda |
Model | Appia | Fabia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |