1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Appia | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
