2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
