1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Pontiac G3
To start off, 2010 Pontiac G3 is newer by 50 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac G3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac G3 (105 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac G3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia.
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, 2010 Pontiac G3, 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, 2010 Pontiac G3 (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac G3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2010 Pontiac G3 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | G3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
