2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Suburban | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 42 L |