1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 866 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Appia | Captiva |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |