1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 27 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ritmo | Appia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
