1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Appia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
