1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Lancia | GMC |
Model | Appia | Envoy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |