1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 35 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 280 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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Marea | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Marea | Appia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 55 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |