2008 Chevrolet Matiz vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 49 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. (48 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Matiz, 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 Matiz (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Matiz | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Matiz | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
