1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
