1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2009 Fiat Siena is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Siena weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Siena, 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 Siena (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2009 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Lancia | Fiat |
| Model | Appia | Siena |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
