1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1970 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Lancia | Lancia |
| Model | Appia | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
