2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 178 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.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2006 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. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Avalanche | Appia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 455 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |