1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 850 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Appia | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 462 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |