1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 31 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Appia weights approximately 94 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (85 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Uno | Appia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
