1988 Fiat Regata vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 29 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Regata (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, 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, 1988 Fiat Regata (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Regata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Regata | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Regata | Appia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |