1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1963 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 1963 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 (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Alfasud | Appia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
