1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 31 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | S-10 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2520 mm |
