2006 Hummer H3 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,457 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Because 2006 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 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 Hummer H3 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hummer H3 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hummer | Lancia |
| Model | H3 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3457 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
