1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 29 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 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 223 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1962 Lancia Appia (77 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1962 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Cinquecento | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
