2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 49 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 500 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 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Strada | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
