1991 Buick Reatta vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Buick Reatta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Reatta weights approximately 668 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Buick Reatta (286 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1991 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 1991 Buick Reatta has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Reatta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Reatta | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Reatta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
