1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 37 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 125 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.
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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Lancia | TVR |
Model | Appia | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |