1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 17 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Appia |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |