1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 828 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Appia | Regal |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |