2004 Buick Regal vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 732 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Regal | Appia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |