1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Appia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |