1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 27 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 312 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1987 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1987 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
