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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 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 220 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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 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 | 1090 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |