2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
