1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 484 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Bel Air | Voyager |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3860 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3078 mm |