1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1985 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 24 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 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 521 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, 1985 Pontiac 6000, 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, 1985 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Appia | 6000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |