1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1742 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Lancia Appia | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Appia | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 316 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3302 mm |