1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 148 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Tempra | Appia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
