2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Captiva | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
