1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 49 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark, 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, both vehicles can yield 87 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Appia | Spark |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 35 L |
