2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Because 1958 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Impala | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| 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 | 304 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
