1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | GTV | Appia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
