2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 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 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Yukon | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 42 L |
