1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Pontiac Star Chief. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Pontiac Star Chief would be higher. At 4,715 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 756 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1955 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 173 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
