2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1689 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Silverado | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
