2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1452 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Express | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |
