1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Albea is newer by 48 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Albea weights approximately 251 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, 2010 Fiat Albea, 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, 2010 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2010 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Lancia | Fiat |
Model | Appia | Albea |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 51 L |