1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | GT | Appia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2520 mm |