1988 GMC Suburban vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
