1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 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 (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tipo | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
