2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 45 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Astro | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
