2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 600 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Rainier | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
