1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Vivace | Appia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
