2008 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 48 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 1300 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 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2008 Chevrolet HHR (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet HHR | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | HHR | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
