1988 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corsica | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
