1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 531 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | HHR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
