1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 34 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 965 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Blazer | Appia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
