1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Reatta weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 1988 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Reatta | Appia |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |