2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 456 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Express | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |