1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (298 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1127 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
