1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 27 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo, 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
