2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 50 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Fiat Croma, 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Croma | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Croma | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |