1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 925 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| 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 | 55 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
