1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 945 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 49 L |
