2004 GMC Sierra vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2004 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
