2007 Fiat Sedici vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 365 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Sedici | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Sedici | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
