2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
