2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1362 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
