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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 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. 1990 Fiat Uno weights approximately 60 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (131 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 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 | 1367 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 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 |
