2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 48 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Spark.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, both vehicles can yield 87 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Spark | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
