1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is newer by 23 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 311 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix, 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
