1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 50 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 626 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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 HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | HHR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2200 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 | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |
