1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 40 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 249 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
Model | Appia | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |