1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (76 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno.
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, 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Fiat Uno | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Uno | Appia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |