2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
