2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 50 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1086 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 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Terraza | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
