1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Punto is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto, 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 Punto (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | Appia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
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 | 53 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |