1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 21 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 127 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
