1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1964 Pontiac Tempest
To start off, 1964 Pontiac Tempest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,524 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Pontiac Tempest is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Pontiac Tempest weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
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:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1964 Pontiac Tempest | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Appia | Tempest |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2930 mm |