1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 600 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1986 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1986 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
