1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 34 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 1979 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Appia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |