1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 21 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 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
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, 1980 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
Model | Alfasud | Appia |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
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 | 860 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |