1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 500 | Appia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |