1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hummer H3 (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2010 Hummer H3 has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hummer H3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Hummer |
| Model | Appia | H3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
