2006 Fiat Strada vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 49 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 415 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 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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, 2006 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Strada | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |