1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 49 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 195 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Appia | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
