1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tipo | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
