1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Panda (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda.
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, 1982 Fiat Panda, 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Panda | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Panda | Appia |
Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |