2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 580 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Appia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 78 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |