1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 1990 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Uno | Appia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |