1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 25 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 500 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 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Appia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
