1986 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,185 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 14 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna, 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Arna | Appia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1185 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
