1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 21 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Vivace, 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 Vivace (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Vivace | Appia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
