2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 311 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 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Colorado | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
