1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Lancia Nea
To start off, 2001 Lancia Nea is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Nea (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Nea should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 274 kg more than 2001 Lancia Nea.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Nea, 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, 2001 Lancia Nea (314 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm). This means 2001 Lancia Nea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Lancia Nea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Caprice | Nea |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2445 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1370 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
