2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda, 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Panda | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| 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 | 54 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
