1981 Fiat Vivace vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Fiat Vivace is newer by 24 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1981 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1981 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Vivace | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Vivace | Appia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |