1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 50 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Lancia | Chevrolet |
Model | Appia | Cruze |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 48 L |