1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 937 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Trans Sport | Appia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |