2004 Buick Regal vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 46 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 734 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, 2004 Buick Regal, 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 Regal (388 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Regal | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
