2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II, 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 Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Palio II | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Palio II | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 42 L |
