2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 757 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LeSabre | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| 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 | 205 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
