1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 44 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Appia | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 95 L |
