1971 Fiat 127 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 127. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127, 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, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 127 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
