1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
