2004 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 45 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1230 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 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Avalanche | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
