1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 35 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 387 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Appia | Beretta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |