1972 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1972 Autobianchi A 112 is newer by 15 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 5 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. 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, 1972 Autobianchi A 112, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi A 112 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Lancia |
| Model | A 112 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
